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Oviedo, FL

Oviedo is a city in Seminole County, Florida, United States. As of 2020, the population was 40,059. It is part of the Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford Metropolitan Statistical Area. Oviedo was known for its historic houses and buildings and agriculture, as well as its population of chickens that roamed the downtown area. Although the city historically has been rural, in recent years it has had an influx of new developments to support its rapid growth, due to its proximity to the University of Central Florida and the Central Florida Research Park.

The approximate coordinates for the City of Oviedo are located at 28°39′29″N 81°11′14″W.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 40.0 km2 (15.4 mi²). 15.1 square miles (39 km²) of it is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km²) of it (2.07%) is water. Oviedo is located about 20 minutes from downtown Orlando, Florida, by highway (SR 417 and SR 408). The Econlockhatchee River runs through the east part of the city, and a tributary, the Little Econlockhatchee River, runs through the southern part of the city.

Up through the early 19th century, the area encompassing Oviedo was sparsely populated save for a few Seminoles and African-American freemen who associated with the Seminole tribe, known as Black Seminoles, in what was then Spanish Florida. The Seminole tribe had larger clusters of population in other areas of Central Florida, such as nearby Lake Jesup.

The population remained sparse until after the American Civil War when people devastated by war started moving South to begin a new life. One mile southeast of Lake Jesup, a small group of settlers established the "Lake Jesup Settlement", in 1875. Letters from that era showcased a difficult life for the Florida Cracker settlers: cooking outdoors with wood stoves, sleeping under mosquito nets, and burning rags to keep the insects away. Wildlife was plentiful, however. Initially, this settlement had around 40 families but quickly evolved into a thriving trading post.

Oviedo made the transition from a rural settlement, to officially incorporating into a town in 1925, and then, officially becoming a city in 1967, through a special referendum. Five miles south of Oviedo, in 1963, residents learned about the impending building of a "space university" in the Orlando Morning Sentinel. Many faculty and staff members of Florida Technological University (now the University of Central Florida) moved into Oviedo, and new businesses and industry soon followed. The adjacent Central Florida Research Park, originally established in 1978, has since become the largest research park in Florida. This has resulted in an exploding population with many new developments in recent years. As the city has grown, neither feral hogs nor chickens can be seen wandering among the traffic and buildings in the town any more, leading to the destruction of the small town that originally made Oviedo so charming. 

Oviedo places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with numerous parks, fitness centers, and outdoor recreational areas available to the community. The Spa at PGA National Resort offers a variety of massages including Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, and aromatherapy massages, in addition to other spa treatments. Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island provides a range of massage therapies including their signature "Heaven in a Hammock" massage, deep tissue massage, and reflexology. LA Fitness offers a variety of fitness equipment, group fitness classes, personal training services, and amenities like pools and saunas. 24-Hour Fitness is providing a range of fitness equipment, group exercise classes, personal training options, and amenities such as steam rooms and whirlpools. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to its facilities, a variety of workout equipment, personal training services, and virtual classes. Planet Fitness is known for its affordable membership options and offering cardio and strength equipment, group fitness classes, and a judgment-free atmosphere.

Top Sites in Oviedo, FL are Center Lake Park, Little Big Econ State Forest, Oviedo Mall, and Lukas Nursery & Butterfly Encounter.

Population: 39,580 (2022). ZIP Codes: 32762. Area codes: 407, 689, 321. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m).  Area: 15.80 sq mi (40.92 km²).

FAQs

Is Oviedo, FL a good place to live?

Oviedo is a suburb of Orlando with a population of 39,552. Oviedo is in Seminole County and is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Oviedo offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes.

Why is Oviedo, FL famous?

The original Oviedo is a city in northern Spain established in the 8th century and known for its architecture, a magnificent ancient cathedral, and its dedication to higher education through the University of Oviedo. Today we pronounce Oviedo differently, O-vee-dough, but the City's link to Oviedo, Spain still exists. The two cities established an informal sister-city relationship that promises to be mutually beneficial to both communities.

Is Oviedo, FL expensive to live in?

Oviedo is ranked 81 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in Oviedo is 101.7% of the national average. The median household income in Oviedo is $103,882, which is 68% more than that of the state. The median income for an individual is $45,404, which is 32% more than that of the state. The average rent in Oviedo (located in Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford Metro) metro area for a 2-bed home is $1,989, which is 35% more than the average rent across the US. The median home price in Oviedo is $450,000 with a median price per sqft of $255.

Sources

City of Oviedo

Wikipedia

Niche

Flyhomes

The Spa at PGA National Resort

Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

LA Fitness

24-Hour Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Planet Fitness

Center Lake Park

Little Big Econ State Forest

Oviedo Mall

Lukas Nursery & Butterfly Encounter

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